Les Sagards
Originally released in 2000. Les Sagards is a drama film. directed by Dominique Ladoge. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Samir Djama, Jean-Roger Milo, and Jacques Bonnot
Synopsis
Mehdi, 17, is sentenced to perform hours of community service for a minor offense. He arrives in Auvergne where he must serve his sentence - six weeks with a taciturn lumberjack, Abel Vagnier, owner of a sawmill which he operates alone with Tonton, a former wrestler. Abel, overwhelmed, accepts the placement of Mehdi, who discovers work, the countryside and life the hard way, the shock is harsh. He finds himself immersed in a universe where his bearings no longer apply. Communication, initially difficult, is slowly established despite everyone's failings...
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2000
26 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
User Rating
9.5/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- CNC
- PROCIREP
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Les Sagards about?
Mehdi, 17, is sentenced to perform hours of community service for a minor offense. He arrives in Auvergne where he must serve his sentence - six weeks with a taciturn lumberjack, Abel Vagnier, owne...
Who directed Les Sagards?
Les Sagards was directed by Dominique Ladoge.
How long is Les Sagards?
Les Sagards has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was Les Sagards released?
Les Sagards was released on January 1, 2000 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Les Sagards?
The main cast of Les Sagards includes Samir Djama, Jean-Roger Milo, Jacques Bonnot, Florence Thomassin, Jean-Marie Juan.